Elementary PE Teacher at Uncommon Schools

Camden, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Mar, 26

Salary

80000.0

Posted On

12 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Physical Education, Team Building, Culturally Responsive Teaching, Student Engagement, Healthy Lifestyle Promotion, Social Emotional Development, Family Engagement, Professional Development, Coaching, Classroom Management, Sports Science, Kinesiology, Physical Fitness, Collegiate Athletics, Instructional Design, Community Building

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

Company Description Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks, reflecting our dedication to their success. We invest deeply in our educators, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference! Job Description Uncommon Elementary School Physical Education (PE) Teachers cultivate a passion for an active lifestyle in every student. Our PE instruction--which promotes physical fitness to improve health and wellness, team building, and physical exercise--is culturally-responsive, fast-paced, and fun. We have built a community that encourages respect, hard work, and celebrates our students’ academic and nonacademic achievements. Our goal is for students to love learning and living a healthy lifestyle from the very start. Responsibilities 1. Instruction You'll create a safe and interactive environment where students feel empowered to engage in physical activity. You’ll develop students' physical fitness through team building activities, independent exercises such as stretching, cardio, and calisthenics, and structured sports and games. You will help students build healthy habits in mindset and physical activity. You'll teach an engaging and culturally responsive PE curriculum that meets the needs of various types of learners in your class. 2. School Culture You’ll build positive relationships with students to ensure they feel seen, loved, and heard. You’ll partner with students’ families to ensure appropriate resources are available to support their children’s learning needs. You'll engage in practice-based professional development, mentorship, and coaching sessions. You’ll support morning arrival, lunch duty, student assemblies, class transitions, and after-school dismissal. You'll participate in weekly, school-wide meetings to foster community, model our core values, and encourage student achievement. Qualifications A commitment to the mission of Uncommon Schools A demonstrated commitment to supporting students’ social emotional and academic development An enthusiasm for working with families in the best interest of students A self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives Required Experience: A demonstrated interest in impacting K-12 students in urban schools and communities (1-2 years experience preferred). An expertise in elementary school education, physical education, sports science and management, kinesiology, physical fitness, or participation in collegiate athletics. Prior to the start of employment, you must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Teacher certification is not a prerequisite for consideration at Uncommon Schools in the state of NJ, but you do need to meet NJ state certification eligibility requirements (a final undergraduate or graduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 for graduates on or after 9/1/16, or 2.75 if you graduated prior to 9/1/16). All instructional staff are required to become certified in the state of New Jersey within a reasonable period after beginning employment. Additional Information Our people are what make us Uncommon. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent. Compensation Compensation for this role is between $56,000 to $80,000. Most candidates who meet job description requirements will receive an offer of $56,000-$63,000. Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant professional development, education certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools. Benefits Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer). Extensive, best-in-class training and development Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans + pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA) Financial Planning New Jersey Pension program Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.) Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits *A detailed list of all benefits is located HERE. At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of the communities we serve---with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture. As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation, please email [email protected].

Responsibilities

The PE Teacher will create a safe and interactive environment for students to engage in physical activity and develop their physical fitness through various activities. They will also build positive relationships with students and families to support learning needs.